San Rafael police seek clues in wave of fastidious burglaries

San Rafael police are investigating an outbreak of burglaries in the Peacock Gap and Glenwood neighborhoods.

Fifteen burglaries have been reported in the past six weeks or so, said San Rafael police Sgt. Mike Vergara. He said the burglar or burglars enter through open doors or unlocked windows, carefully searching for jewelry and cash instead of ransacking the homes.

Then the items are stashed in a pillowcase stolen from the house, and the premises are left so neat that the residents are sometimes unaware of the burglaries for days, Vergara said.

The streets where homes have been hit include Knight Drive, Kinross Drive and Driftwood Court. Investigators have no suspect information.

San Rafael police have been stepping up patrols and meeting with residents to make them aware of the burglary spree. Anyone with information can call San Rafael police at 485-3000.

Tipsters can also call the multilingual Bay Area Crime Stoppers hotline at 800-222-8477, where they can remain anonymous and be eligible for a possible cash reward.